Charcoal house is located in a very peaceful off road location just ½ a mile from the southern tip of Coniston Water.
The house has been luxuriously furnished with great flair and sleeps 6 people in 3 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms.
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“it does not get better than this” we booked this accomodation online in australia. It was every bit as good as the pictures looked. every thing was provided and more.we would not hesitate to recomend this cottage to anyone.just remember to take the to
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“Great trip to a fantastic cottage”

Reviewed 14 Sep 2014

A party of 6 of us stayed for 3 weeks as part of a university geology project working and walking in the local Coniston fells. The cottage itself is well situated as a base for walking into the fells … More

Thank you for taking time out to write a wonderful review of your longer than usual stay with us.
It is fantastic to learn that the house can deliver a comfortable, normal day to day living experience by 6 adults staying longer than the usual weekend or week long visit, and serves as an ideal base for those who wish to explore the delights that Lakeland and the local area has to offer.
We are glad that you would recommend us, it was indeed a pleasure to welcome you to the local community for your time with us (our local quizmaster for the Sunday night quiz enjoyed your regular attendance). We hope that you completed your projects in good time and wish you much success with them and your future studies.
We also hope to welcome you back to Torver and Ash Gill Cottage at some point in the future.
Kindest regards to you all.
Bev and Pete

“Excellent!! Would highly recommend!!”

Reviewed 30 Aug 2016

We just spent 5 days and absolutely loved it. The house was spotless and very clean. Our 4 young children loved every minute of it and would come back and stay here again without hesitation.
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Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review of your stay at Ash Gill.
We strive to present the house in perfect condition and are glad you arrived to a spotlessly clean and welcoming house.
It is wonderful to learn that your children had a fantastic time and we look forward to welcoming you all back again in the future.
Kind regards,
Bev.

“Very spacious, good quality accommodation in Torver”

Reviewed 27 Apr 2014

This was our 17th stay at Ash Gill cottage, which says it all really! Super location with the Wilson Arms pub for food & refreshment nearby and lots of lovely walks from the house, including the Old M… More

Thank you for taking the time to write a wonderful review. We're glad you enjoyed your recent visit, your 17th year at Ash Gill, you're all practically locals!!
With larger parties it is important to us to ensure that all guests are accommodated comfortably and are pleased you find Ash Gill to fit the bill.
We have already booked out your favourite week for next year and look forward to welcoming you back once again.
Best Regards,
Bev and Pete, Stuart and Dorothy

Direct access to shared, private lakeside beachSecluded woodland settingGreat for couples and familiesLots of character and period featuresCentrally heatedLakeland villages and tourist attractions all within easy reachNo smoking at this property pleasePets welcome (dog: …see more

“Cosy and comfortable”

Reviewed 12 Oct 2016

I've stayed in the cottage before but this time it was less enjoyable. It's still comfortable and cosy and well equipped, as well as nicely situated out of the way.
When we arrived, however, there… More

“Brilliant Home and Location” We had a lovely week at this property, 6 adults and 2 dogs, it was home from home with every thing you could possibly need on holiday. There were hair dryers in each bedroom and the bathroom facilities where excellent with
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“Excellent - our second stay here”

Reviewed 3 Aug 2016

Lovely house, very homely, well equipped, warm and cosy and in warm weather nice and airy with the windows open - not stuffy at all. The owner is very helpful and lovely to deal with, the housekeeper… More

What a lovely review - thank you so much!! You've been a pleasure to deal with on both visits and I very much look forward to hearing from you again :))
Chloe x

“Mrs”

Reviewed 24 Nov 2016

Fantastic cottage, cannot recommend highly enough. Owner could not have been more helpful.
Welcome package of cake and wine was left for us (cake was homemade and delicious).
Definitely the jewel i… More

“Great location by the lake” We had a great family holiday!
We have been going to the Lake District for many years however for the last couple of years we have been to the west coast Scotland so we were concerned whether the Lakes would measure up to
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“Delightful hide-a-way”

Reviewed 30 Jun 2013

We arrived in a steady June rain to find a lovely cosy cottage, complete with a wood pile that we put to good use (first night only, the weather cheered up thankfully). The cottage was very clean and … More

Thanks for your kind (and generous) comments. We're very pleased that a) it was cosy with the fire (we agree ... it's always nice to have a fire!) and b) that the weather cheered up in the end! Phil and Kate Okeden

“Hidden Gem”

Reviewed 11 Mar 2013

Stayed 3 nights at this lovely little hideaway. Just outside Coniston although on the shores of the lake Coniston, this cottage is nestled amongs woodland down a short gravel track. The cottage has … More

Wow! What a lovely review. Thank you so much for being so kind. We're really pleased that you enjoyed your stay. It sounds like you did a lot of exploring! There is certainly a lot to see and do in the locality and we're delighted that you enjoyed it as much as we do! Thanks again, Phil and Kate.

“A Christmas to remember at Blea Brows”

Reviewed 3 Jan 2013

Blea Brows is highly recommended. Lovely cottage and in a quiet location. We spent a week over Christmas with family coming and going and everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. The cottage is well equippe… More

Thanks Sue. What a lovely comment! We're so pleased that you enjoyed yourself. It's very special to us and we really appreciate it when other people enjoy it too. Thank you for taking the time and effort to add your comments! I'll pass on the comments to our excellent housekeepers who provided the decorations. Hope you have a great New Year and don't forget, any 'returners' will get a discount!!
Thanks once again,
Phil and Kate

“A great place to explore the Lakes”

Reviewed 1 Aug 2016

We had a fantastic 4 night stay in this lovely old cottage in the heart of the Lakes. The place was really clean, well furnished and we very much appreciated the wine left for our arrival!
The room… More

Thank you very much. We are really glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope that you will visit us again.

“Beautiful and comfortable cottage, great for families”

Reviewed 24 Apr 2012

We stayed at Melbourne House as a group of 6 adults and a 2-year-old, and we all enjoyed it. I was very glad we were in Coniston, because it is not as busy and crowded as other small towns around, but… More

Thank you for your very positive response. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit and hope to welcome you again in the future.

“A cosy stonecottage in a peaceful place.”

Reviewed 24 Aug 2011

It was a perfect way to really get the felling of the english country living. Cows and sheep next to the cottage and a river (that my friend actully took a bath in) just 5 meters from the house. The e… More

“Your own slice of Coniston” A lovely spot, right next to the lake. Beautiful for the early mornings and sunny afternoons. The house was spotlessly clean, spacious and very comfortable. The directions were easy to follow, which was good because this ho
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“A haven of tranquility, offering an escape from the pressures of modern living.”

Reviewed 5 Nov 2012

On first arrival at this secluded property, holidaymakers will be totally unprepared for the unique experience before them. The location is idyllic. Situated on the side of Coniston Water, Lake Cottag… More

Thank you very much indeed for taking the time to review our property. We are so glad you love it as much as we do and look forward to welcoming you there again.

“Plenty to do, whatever the weather”

Reviewed 4 Nov 2012

We've stayed at Low Water End on many occassions, and have thoroughly enjoyed every visit. You can't ever tire of the tranquil setting and the fabulous views over the Lake.
Come rain, or shine, we've… More

Thank you so much for your lovely review. You are right, it is a wonderful haven for children and they do revert to actually 'being children' at Low Water End. We look forward to your next visit!

“Lovely spot away from it all...nice to get out on the lake without travelling”

Reviewed 5 Jan 2013

we were very pleased with the house and location, all though we did struggle with getting enough hot water to bath the kids! worth just asking owner before go as we must have been doing something wron… More

“Peace & Quiet” If you want a get away from it all holiday , this is it. You are miles from anywhere .Very friendly hosts that leave you alone, but are there if you need them . When you arrive there is a carrot cake a loaf of bread, and bottle of wine
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“Perfect location for cycling - as long as you dont mind a few hills”

Reviewed 7 May 2014

The 1 bedroom cottage cottage we stayed in for the Easter weekend was perfect for us and extremely well equipped if you were self catering. It was very presentable, warm & clean. Directions to the pro… More

“Exceptions in everyway”

Reviewed 12 Jan 2014

Great to find a fantastically remodelled home that exceeds the internet pictures. Positioning, although remote, was very central for the Lakes. Truly a pleasure to return to, especially the roaring o… More

“A romantic break wihout the children.”

Reviewed 12 Jan 2014

Tethera was exactly what we were looking for. Luxurious but homely comfort to return to after days out walking in the lakes. It's remote....not for those who want to walk to the pub or shops but for t… More

Semi detached cottage with own attractive garden close to the centre of the Lake District village of Coniston. Beechgrove has everything you could wish for a real "home from home".Private parking for 2 cars, included in the price is all gas/electricity/bed li …see more

“a really memorable enjoyable holiday in a fantastic location staying in a historic property” Three families shared this beautiful historic farm house. The children ages 7 to 13 spent hours playing out of doors and days without using an electronic gadg
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“Fabulous place to stay with friends, children and family”

Reviewed 3 Nov 2013

A wonderfully comfortable, welcoming and clean house to stay. Lovely gardens and access to Coniston Water was superb. An excellent place to come and sail with your own mooring and complete privacy. … More

“Fantastic property with excellent facilities in a wonderfully unique location”

Reviewed 8 Feb 2016

We had a delightful time staying in this fabulous farmhouse, which is extremely comfortable and characterful and has a beautiful big garden. One of the most exceptional aspects of staying there was be… More

“Perfect, idyllic, enchanting - Sunnybank Farm has it all”

Reviewed 7 Feb 2016

We have celebrated New Year at SunnyBank Farm for many years with our immediate and extended family. It is just the most perfect place, the lake views, welcoming fire, cosy lounges, fantastic, well eq… More

Built in the 1700s Hill Top Farm is within the Lake District National Park, approx 4 miles from Coniston Water and 6 miles from Windermere. It is situated on the outskirts of Penny Bridge village, enjoying an elevated rural situation, with views over the Levens estuary. …see more

“Mrs” Beautiful cottage, clean, well equipped, comfortable and cosy , with great views ... , Very handy location to explore the south and west Lake District. Great pub less than a minute walk away .... had a brilliant break
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“Amazing place” Could not recommend this place more - Yan Cottage is lovely, the views are amazing, it's way out in the hills so it's nice and quiet, the showers are great, the beds are comfy... do I need to go on?! Having a few goodies waiting for us
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“Home from home”

Reviewed 24 Feb 2014

The cottage was perfect.
I wanted to stay somewhere in luxury. The cottage was well furnished, comfortable and had wifi, Sky TV, DVD player, flat screen TV, Ipod docks in the living room and bedroo… More

“Perfect for peace and quite”

Reviewed 14 Jan 2014

The directions that you are given are spot on so don't waiver from them. We were going to take a low sports car but were advised not to and that was probably a wise decision. The owners were very help… More

“What a magical place”

Reviewed 17 Sep 2012

What a magical place! We had no idea such a lovely place could be found so close to Ulverston, even though we've been there so many times..
So we had a great break, seeing family, drove Kirkstone … More

“Serene and lovely” Sunny Bank offers three charming cottages created from a 300 year old corn mill yet it has very modern bath and kitchens plus free laundry on site. There is lake access and a boat on the property as well as a babbling beck to keep
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“Loved it!”

An excellent cottage, the photos don't do it justice. The place is really well looked after and exceeds expectations. I would love to stay here again!… More

“Home from Home”

Reviewed 3 Oct 2012

I returned to stay at Beckside Cottage and it was every bit as wonderful as I remembered.
It is an "upside down" cottage in a beautiful setting and easy to get to from the M6.
As soon as you walk in… More

“Story book setting.”

Reviewed 2 Oct 2012

We loved our trip to the lakes, and our stay at the Beckside Cottage. Location location location. Close to miles and miles of nature trails, cozy pubs, restaurants, and lakes. If you don't feel l… More

“Excellent” The cottage was really well equipped and a good base for exploring. Took 2 kayaks with us and the access to lake was good. Great time spent down by jetty and over to the island.
Hope to go back sometime.
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“Luxury cottage” A wonderful sanctuary to return to after a mountain walk or cycle round the lake. Every detail of this home has been considered from the excellent facilities in the kitchen to the comfiest bed you could sleep in.
Wonderful views an
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“Fantastic week in Coniston in a Beautiful Cottage!”

Reviewed 16 Jan 2014

At last a cottage that delivers on all levels! stayed in too many before which promise this,that and the other and never deliver this does!
fantastically positioned with stunning views of coniston la… More

Rooms with lake views sleep up to 9 people. Well equipped for a comfortable stay. Ample supply of logs for the wood burning stove. Guests can visit the historic home of John Ruskin and his gardens as often as they like during their stay. Lake access.The Lodge provides c …see more

“Lovely position” Robin Cottage provided us with good accommodation, excellent placement for our holiday in the Lakes and lovely surroundings for a friendly game of boule!
We stayed there early July this year when the weather in the Lakes was perfect
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“Already booked to return!”

Reviewed 10 Nov 2015

The fact that we have already booked to return in a few months time should say it all. We loved our stay at Sunny Bank Mill. We were blessed with the weather - it was glorious t-shirt weather for the… More

“Beautiful spot so close to the lake”

Reviewed 11 Jun 2014

Lovely spot for a short break close to the shores of Coniston lake and only a 5-10 drive to Coniston. Equipped with most things that you would need. Only slight draw back is the second bedroom which… More

“Fantastic week.” We were a three generation party and stayed at Sunny Bank Mill to celebrate a 70th birthday. Facilities and setting were great. Very comfortable and well-equipped accommodation for a large group and the outdoor space was ideal for o
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“Lovely house in an amazing location with great views of Coniston”

Reviewed 4 Apr 2016

We travelled for the weekend in the lakes with a group of friends. The house was so well prepared for a large number in every way. The rooms and beds were very comfortable and the house was clean and … More

“Space for us all in a fantastic location”

Reviewed 27 Aug 2014

Spent a week at Sunny Bank Mill with extended family from ages 2 to 72. Fantasitc location near the lake with huge amounts of space for all both inside and out. The kids (and those young at heart) l… More

“Perfect house for family holiday”

Reviewed 11 Jun 2014

A lovely, large house in a beautiful location for a large family holiday which was just perfect.
With 7 bedrooms and enough bathrooms for everyone there is plenty of space in the house to not feel li… More

“The perfect spot to relax and visit the lakes!” The cottage is in an ideal location for access to great walks (some right from the front door) and to Coniston Lake. You can even walk there in under 5minutes! The house is very well kept with games and
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“Great base for exploring lakes”

Reviewed 14 Nov 2011

A fabulous, and comfortable, well kept house in a great location. Wildlife in the garden was lovely to see over breakfast in the morning - the kids loved it. We had a great family holiday - the hous… More

“Secluded, spacious, well-equipped. Highly recommended”

Reviewed 11 Nov 2011

Fantastic cottage in a great spot. Nice, big rooms. The outside space is good too and we were very fortunate with the weather so got to use the BBQ, eat outdoors, laze on the grass etc. The garage is … More

Kirkbeck is a 19th century traditional Lakeland home. It adjoins one other and stands in a delightful enclosed garden. It is quietly situated close to the centre of the picturesque Lakeland village of Coniston, with shops, great pubs and only a short walk to the lake. …see more

“Would have loved to stay for longer” Faultless from booking to departure. Home from home. Clean, tidy, well furnished, well decorated and well provided. Modern yet full of character. Not the easiest place to find, but all we had to do was to follo
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“Stylish cottage in a lovely location”

Reviewed 22 Jun 2012

The cottage is very well equipped. It has been stylishly renovated with respect for tradition, yet with all the modern comfort one could wish for. The location in a quiet valley is lovely, since it is… More

Thank you so much for your comments. I really am delighted to know that guests like what we have done to our cottage as well as enjoying our very special area - I know I am biased but I really do think its perfect!!

“acorn cottage”

Reviewed 7 Jun 2012

just got back from acorn cottage it was very cosy clean and had everything you wanted
wild life in garden was spot on saw to red squirrels in number 1 garden lots of walks on your door step didnt ha… More

Glad you (and Archie!) had a great time. Aren't the red squirrels just the most beautiful creatures ever? I have been lucky enough to see woodpeckers and deer recently too! I find it hard to leave after doing a change over - hence the constant cleaning and painting, anything to keep me there really, so its always really good when people notice! Thanks!

“Fabulous, scenic Location”

Reviewed 5 May 2012

Had lovely peaceful and relaxing stay in well equipped cottage. Lots of Lovely walks from the door, and dog friendly too. Enjoyed the weather, wildlife and the interesting tranquil area.… More

Glad you had a really lovely time and enjoyed our abundant wildlife. You are right the area does have a lot of history! Plenty of old mines and quarries to explore with torches

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